From speech and occupational therapy to ABA and beyond, therapies are often some of the first supports families encounter after an autism diagnosis. In this episode of Sweet Tea: Southern Mamas Doing Autism A to Z, the three of us sit down for some real “therapy talk”—breaking down different types of therapies, sharing what has (and hasn’t) worked for our kids, and talking about how we advocate for the right fit. We’re not professionals giving medical advice—just three Southern mamas sharing our lived experiences, lessons learned, and a whole lot of heart.

Mealtime can be messy, stressful, and sometimes downright overwhelming when raising a child on the autism spectrum. In this episode of Sweet Tea: Southern Mamas Doing Autism A to Z, Anja, Megan, and Mica sit down on the porch to talk all things eating habits—from picky eaters and food jags to sensory challenges and mealtime routines.

We share our personal stories, what’s worked (and what hasn’t), and remind each other that no mama is walking this journey alone. Pour yourself a glass of sweet tea and join the conversation as we laugh, reflect, and keep it real about navigating eating habits in autism parenting.

Advocacy wasn’t something we planned—it’s something life handed us. In this episode of Sweet Tea: Southern Mamas Doing Autism A to Z, we share how our personal journeys as autism mamas turned us into advocates. From the first time we spoke up in an IEP meeting to finding the courage to push for change in bigger spaces, we’ve learned that advocacy comes in many forms—and every voice matters.

Whether you’re just starting out, feeling burned out, or wondering how to make a difference, this conversation will remind you: if you’re showing up for your child, you’re already advocating.

💛 Pull up a chair, pour some sweet tea, and join us for a real, honest talk about the messy, meaningful road of advocacy.

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